Ymca In Central Brevard Will Close

April 26, 1985

MERRITT ISLAND — The Central Brevard YMCA on South Courtenay Parkway will close on Aug. 18, said executive director Gloria Jackson.

The decision came after the board of directors reviewed financial figures showing the facility's expenses leading to year-end deficits. Jackson said operating in the red created an unstable financial picture that could no longer be supported.

The YMCA has been at 800 South Courtenay Parkway for 10 years.

Membership fees, programs and United Way funds have kept the center active, but Jackson said there hasn't been enough participation.

The YMCA will continue serving the central area through community outreach programs. The directors voted to continue support of Indian Parent-Child Programs (Indian Guides and Indian Maidens).